The African Beat

April 21, 2017

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In This Issue:

  • MOAA Frontpage
  • What's New with Your Mayor?
  • Rolling in Resources 
  • You Should Go
  • Get Hired 
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*UPCOMING EVENTS*

Abissa 2017: Rhythm of the Continent

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Join the African Society of Georgetown for ABISSA 2017: Rhythm of the Continent, a cultural showcase that celebrates the spirit, beauty, and diversity of Africa. 

When: Saturday, April 22, 2017 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Where: Georgetown University | 37th and O Street, NW | Lohrfink Auditorium | Washington, DC | 20007

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Communication for Career and Business Success: A "TED-Style Talk" Seminar

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The Daniel Leadership Institute is offering a session on how to use communication to impact your organization, business, personal and professional lives. 

When: Saturday, April 22, 2017 | 9:00am – 12:00pm

When: Jesus House, DC | 919/921 Philadelphia Avenue | Silver Spring, MD | 20910

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Macbeth

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Broadway savvy, storytelling flair and a revolutionary sensibility come to Shakespeare Theatre Company in Macbeth, directed by South African-born Liesl Tommy (2017 Tony nominee, Best Direction for Eclipsed starring Lupita Nyong’o). 

When: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 – Sunday, May 28, 2017

Where: Sidney Harman Hall | 610 F Street NW | Washington, DC | 20004

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month Happy Hour

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The Person Center invites you to a cocktail hour fundraiser.

When: Wednesday, April 26th | 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Where: 3418 11th St. NW |Washington, D.C.

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Addis Ideas 1st Fundraiser Brunch

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Join Addis Ideas for its first Fundraiser Brunch. Addis Ideas for will be celebrating our founder, Tia Ayele’s birthday and raising money for the organization.

When: Sunday, April 30, 2017 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Where:  Cedar Restaurant | 822 E Street Northwest | Washington, DC | 20004

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Abubakar Adam Ibrahim & Sarah Ladipo Manyika With YAP DC

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Join the Young African Professionals I DC Network and Politics & Prose Bookstore for an evening with writers, Abubakar Adam Ibrahim and Sarah Ladipo Manyika. 

When: Sunday, April 30, 2017 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Where: Busboys and Poets | 2021 14th Street Northwest | Washington, DC | 20009

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AfropolitanDC (May) - Largest Afrocaribbean Mixer For Diaspora Professionals

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Join AfropolitanCities for another amazing night of connections and culture over cocktails at DMV's largest and most diverse Afro-Caribbean mixer for over 600 Diaspora professionals. 

When: Friday, May 5, 2017 | 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Where:  Cities Restaurant & Lounge | 1909 K Street Northwest | Washington, DC | 20006

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African Diaspora Music Series: Amadou Kouyate, Akua Allrich/Kris Funn

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With support from the Takoma Foundation, Rhizome presents the African Diaspora Music Series, with concerts every Sunday afternoon in May.

When: Sunday, May 7, 2017 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Where: Rhizome DC - Art Learning DIY Culture | 6950 Maple Street Northwest | Washington, DC | 20012

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Immigration Program Associate-
Ayuda

The Immigration Program Associate will work with organizational partners to arrange dates and locations for educational outreach presentations concerning legal services provided by Ayuda, organize and implement consultation clinics for potential clients to obtain information on individual immigration eligibility.

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Information Technology Special-
Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO)

This position is located in the District of Columbia, Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO). The purpose of the position is to provide advanced technical desktop and LAN support and administration to assigned District government agencies.

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Motor Vehicle Operator-
OSSE DOT Department

This position is located in the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), within the Division of Student Transportation (DOT). The incumbent drives vehicles either on a trip basis or upon regularly established schedule(s) and route(s) to transport material, equipment, and/or personnel.

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Forensic Scientist (Crime Scene)-
Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS)

This position is located in the Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS). The position is responsible for recognizing, recording, and recovering evidence in criminal investigations at the scene(s) of crime(s) by analyzing, photographing, collecting, preserving, and presenting physical evidence.

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Guest Service Representative- 
Marriott

The candidate will organize, confirm, process, and conduct all guest check-ins/check-outs, room reservations, requests, changes, and cancellations. Secure payment; verify and adjust billing. Activate and file room keys.

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Communications Assistant- 
The Center for Global Development

The communications assistant will post content updates and blog posts to CGD’s website daily, format, proof, and send email newsletters (HTML), propose improvements to newsletter content and delivery on the basis of performance data.

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Accounting Intern- 
IREX

The intern serves as the point of entry for A/P invoice routing in web-based A/P system for approvals. The candidate also reviews coding and description of A/P invoices in web-based A/P system to ensure they are in compliance with A/P Policies, procedures and best practices, as well as with funder requirements amongst other tasks.

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Intern/Project Assistant: Elections and Political Processes (Spring/Summer 2017)- 
The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI)

The intern will track political and electoral developments in specific countries and coordinate online outreach and communications for the Elections team and a global network of civil society activists.

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FY18 African Community Grant Call for Reviewers

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The Mayor’s Office on African Affairs (MOAA) is seeking qualified individuals to serve as reviewers for its FY178 African Community Grant. Reviewers help MOAA select the best proposals from a competitive pool of applicants and are chosen based on their knowledge, education, and experience. 

The review process is designed to ensure that each grant is awarded on the basis of evaluation selection criteria. Reviewers are therefore essential to the grant process as they evaluate and score applications and provide objective recommendations for potential recipients. The grant review panel will reflect a broad diversity of ethnicity, gender, age, and experience.

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MOAA Launches Its African Community Workforce Development Initiative

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In order to alleviate obstacles related to language, culture, credential-recognition, and other barriers that highly-skilled college-educated immigrant face, the Mayor's Office on African Affairs launched its African Community Workforce Development program on Wednesday, April 19, 2017. Workforce development remains a high priority on the Bowser administration's list of initiatives as it would propel African residents in the District on pathways to the middle class. The program will provide four consecutive job readiness workshops, including resume building, networking, and interviewing skills, over the next weeks in April and May 2017. The workshops will culminate with a job fair scheduled for Thursday, May 18, 2017.

The African Music Legend and Icon, Salif Keita Visits MOAA

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African Union Ambassador to the U.S. H.E. Archikana Chihombri, African music legend Salif Keita and Director Mamadou Samba


On Tuesday, April 11, 2017, African music legend and Icon, Salif Keita joined the Mayor's Office on African Affairs and H.E. Archikana Chihombri, the newly appointed African Union Ambassador to the US, for a luncheon with members of the community. Director Mamadou Samba spoke about the mission of the Office on African Affairs and presented Mayor Bowser's initiatives to improve the quality of life of the District's diverse African born constituencies and their children, followed by an in-depth discussion about the diaspora overall.

Click here to viewthe photo album of Salif Keita's visit

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Mayor Bowser Hands Out Statehood-Themed Pollinator Plant Seeds In Recognition of Earth Day

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On Friday, April 21, 2017, Mayor Bowser, District Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) Director Tommy Wells, and DOEE staff kicked off Earth Day weekend by distributing free pollinator plant seeds at 17 Metro stations across Washington, DC. In addition to encouraging residents to plant backyard habitats that enhance the survival of important native pollinators like bees and butterflies, this year’s giveaway included a special theme: DC Statehood.

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Mayor Bowser Kicks Off the First AlleyPalooza to Include the Creation of Green Alleys

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On Thursday, April 20, 2017, Mayor Muriel Bowser kicked off AlleyPalooza 5.0, the first AlleyPalooza to include the creation of green alleys. While renovating eight alleys in all eight wards over eight weeks, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will work in partnership with DC Water to renovate five green alleys through the use of permeable pavement, a Green Infrastructure technique that captures and filters stormwater runoff before it pollutes rivers and streams. The Mayor was joined at the kickoff by DDOT Director Leif Dormsjo.

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Mayor Bowser Highlights Legislation to Expand the Rights of Sexual Assault Victims

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On Thursday, April 13, 2017, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced legislation that would bolster the rights of sexual assault victims and that will also provide critical treatment, support, and legal assistance for the victims. The Sexual Assault Victims’ Rights Amendment Act of 2017 (SAVRAA) amends the Sexual Assault Victims’ Rights Act of 2014 to better respond to the complex needs of victims of sexual violence. Mayor Bowser was joined at the announcement by Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants Director Michelle Garcia and Acting Chief of Police Peter Newsham.

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Mayor Bowser's Facebook Live on D.C. Values and Inclusive Prosperity

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On Monday, April 10, 2017, Mayor Bowser was on Facebook Live answering questions about  “DC Values in Action,” the Mayor's DC Fiscal Year 2018 Budget and Financial Plan. 

Watch the video here 

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Two Nigerian American sisters aim to bring a bit of African flavor to D.C.

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Chidinma, left, and Chuckwunonso Dureke are Nigerian American sisters who seek to bring more African “flavor” to the cultural scene in the city.


The Dureke sisters want to add cultural flavor to the city. They want to make the District a cultural cornerstone of the African diaspora — a place where black people embrace and celebrate their African heritage.

In a younger, richer and gentrified District, greasy spoons give way to swank new restaurants. Music shops morph into yoga studios. Liquor stores become wine bars and microbreweries. But for two Nigerian American sisters who grew up in the Washington area, an essential ingredient is missing from the new urban recipe.

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Meet Genet Lakew, The Creator Of A Scholarship Designed To Help Students Of The Black Diaspora 

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Genet Lakew, the Ethiopian-bred, Howard University graduate managed to earn a debt-free degree in journalism at the prestigious HBCU, followed by a free Masters degree in Africana-Studies at New York University. Through the power of scholarships and fellowships, Lakew was able to fulfill her educational goals.

It’s no secret how expensive a college education can be. If you’re a child of immigrant parents or you recently migrated to the U.S., paying for a higher education can be a burden or even impossible. Thankfully, with scholarships and financial aid there’s hope, and no one knows this better than Genet Lakew.

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FY18 DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities Grants Launch Information Meetings

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) will conduct free information meetings for participants to learn about the agency's funding opportunities and how to submit a grant application. Individual artists and nonprofit organizations located within the District are strongly encouraged to attend any of the following information meetings to learn more about agency opportunities.

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Cooperatives Stakeholders

The Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) Office of Tech & Innovation is holding an open stakeholders meeting on the topic of business and worker cooperatives in the District of Columbia. This engagement builds on the local economy discussion held by the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development in Fall 2016.

When: Monday, April 24, 2017 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm

Where:  Impact Hub DC | 419 7th Street Northwest | Washington, DC | 20004

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ABRA Books and Records Training session for Hotel and restaurant licensees.

The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) invites hotel and restaurant licensees to attend a books and records training session. Training will cover: Food sales requirements, Food sales reporting, Quarterly statement filings and Books and records tracking.

When: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 | 9:00am -11:00am

Where: 2000 14th Street, NW | Suite 400 South | 4th Floor | Washington, DC | 20009

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DC Buys: Reverse Vendor Trade Fair

The Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) is organizing DC Buys Reverse Trade Fair. The event is a unique opportunity for the local and regional vendor community to market their goods and services directly to the program managers and procurement personnel who ultimately make purchasing decisions on behalf of District agencies. Agency representatives will provide information about their specific needs and upcoming solicitations. 

When: Thursday, April 27, 2017 | 9:00pm – 2:00pm

Where:  Kellogg Conference Hotel | 800 Florida Avenue Northeast | Washington, DC | 20002

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LDI Africa’s Global Fellowship Program Applications Now Open

LDI Africa is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for the LDI Africa Spring 2017 Global Fellowship Program. LDI Africa is seeking dynamic leaders for our prestigious fellowships. These fellowship programs connect professionals from around the world to Africa, and African business leaders to the United States. Applications are now open for Spring 2017 Fellowship: Emerging Institutions Fellowship Program connects global professionals to serve Africa’s best profit and nonprofit organizations. Fellows serve organizations such as One Acre Fund in Malawi, Startup Your Life in Morocco, and Generational Enterprise in Nigeria.

Application deadline is May 1, 2017

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Serve DC Cert Spring Sessions III

Serve DC’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteer program trains citizens to be better prepared to respond to emergencies in their communities. When emergencies happen, CERT members can provide critical support to first responders, immediate assistance to victims and can help organize spontaneous volunteers at a disaster site. CERT members can also help with non-emergency projects that help improve the community safety.

When: May 9, 11, 16, 18, 2017 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: 2000 14th Street NW | Suite 101 | Washington, DC | 20009

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